Questions and Answers_12905B25Q0048.pdf
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- 12905B25Q0048
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) addendum for RFP #12905B25Q0048, a solicitation for rental of a 230-ton chiller for the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Riverside, CA. The Q&A addresses technical specifications and operational details, including key requirements such as the chiller must operate on a 600A service, be trailer-mounted, have 6" supply and return lines, and maintain a 45-degree Fahrenheit setpoint. The solicitation covers a base 6-month rental period with three optional 1-month extensions, totaling potentially 9 months of chiller rental, with a planned performance period from June 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026. Subcontracting is allowed, payments will be Net 30, and quotes are due by 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time on May 12, 2025, with a site visit scheduled for May 5, 2025.
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| SF30_12905B25Q0048_0002.pdf | ||
| SF30_12905B25Q0048_0001.pdf | ||
| Site Visit Sign-In Sheet.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - Scope of Work.pdf | ||
| RFQ_12905B25Q0048_Clauses_Provisions.pdf |
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RFP# 12905B25Q0048 - RENTAL OF 230-TON CHILLER (RIVERSIDE, CA)
Amendment # 0002
Questions and Answers:
1. Would we be able to use a 225 ton or a 275 ton chiller or does it have to be a 230 ton?
a. ANSWER: 230 ton is the minimum requirement. The Chiller must be able to operate on a 600A service. A heavier Chiller is acceptable if it can operate on a 600A service.
2. Our chillers are trailer mounted. Would we be able to leave on the trailer at no extra charge?
a. ANSWER: Yes.
3. Regarding Chiller Size, per the RFQ, the requested 230-ton Rental Chiller is replacing an existing 210-ton chiller. Is there a reason an increased chiller size was requested rather than the existing 210 tons serving the facility?
a. ANSWER: The facility has had additional ductwork added since the existing chiller was installed.
4. Would your organization allow for a chiller 2% smaller than that of the 230-ton request?
a. ANSWER: No. 230 ton is the minimum requirement. A heavier Chiller is acceptable if it can operate on a 600A service.
5. Regarding Trailer-mounted chiller, if there is no associated charge for the trailer, would it be acceptable to provide a trailer-mounted chiller?
6. In addition to the requested tees, are isolation valves on two (2) legs of each tee also desired? This will greatly reduce water loss when connecting a future rental chiller.
7. System operating temperature: What is the target operating temperature for the requested rental chiller?
a. ANSWER: Setpoint for the chiller should be 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
8. What is the linear distance from the temporary chiller to the supply and return lines?
a. ANSWER: It depends. Linear distance from the temporary chiller to the supply and return lines will be determined by the model and make of the chiller.
9. What size are the supply and return lines?
a. ANSWER: 6”
10. What is the incoming water temperature and what is the desired outgoing water temperature?
a. ANSWER: Incoming water temperature is setpoint of building and AH3, desired outgoing water temperature is 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
11. What is the linear distance from the temporary chiller to the electrical panel?
a. ANSWER: It depends. Liner distance from the chiller to the temporary chiller to the electrical disconnect panel will be determined by the model and make of the chiller.
12. Is there an available 500amp breaker at 460v 3 phase?
a. ANSWER: There is a 600A disconnect available.
13. Do I need to be in California and be present, I am currently in TX?
a. ANSWER: Subcontracting is allowable. The prime contractor always bears responsibility for the work of subcontractors
14. Is it ok for a middle man to do the job?
a. ANSWER: Subcontracting is allowable. The prime contractor always bears responsibility for the work of subcontractors
15. For the FAR questionnaire is it only related to company Taxes or Personal as well? I am not even sure if those questions apply to either
a. ANSWER: No questionnaire is referenced in the solicitation.
16. Is the pay up front or NET 30, 60, 90
a. ANSWER: The solicitation contains clause 52.232-1 Payments.
https://www.acquisition.gov/far/52.232-1. Payments are Net 30.
17. I didn't see a sheet to fill out to formally submit the bid unless it's the second page of the form Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of contract. Is that the only page you want pricing for?
a. ANSWER: See document RFQ_12905B25Q0048_Provisions_Clauses, FAR 52.212-1
– Instructions to O erors – Commercial Items, for instructions on what technical information is required to be considered responsive. For pricing, submit pricing similar to the format below.
Item Supply/Service Qty Unit Unit Price Total Price 0001 Base Period: Chiller Rental 6 MO $ - $ - 1001 Option Period 1: Chiller Rental 1 MO $ - $ - 2001 Option Period 2: Chiller Rental 1 MO $ - $ - 3001 Option Period 3: Chiller Rental 1 MO $ - $ -
Grand Total $ -
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